TheRazorback, 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Grotto are some of the most inspiring natural landmarks in Australia, each taking on their own unique beauty and majesty. Be sure to check out each of them when on the Great Ocean Road, as well as honorable mentions of the London Bridge and Arch – have fun! Other tourist attraction: Split Point
TheGreat Ocean Road runs through an area that is 150 million years old and which includes rare polar dinosaur fossil sites, the best-known being Dinosaur Cove. Fossils collected from sites along the coast continue to yield important scientific information, and more revelations are expected. The Port Campbell Limestone coast is the definitive
Day1 Melbourne to Apollo Bay or Cape Otway. Day 1. Melbourne to Apollo Bay via Torquay. 3 hours drive, approx. The drive from Melbourne to Apollo Bay is just over 3 hours, there is a lot to see along the way though. The first town on the Great Ocean Road is Torquay, home to a number of surf outlet shops as well as the National Surfing Museum.
HIKETHE END OF THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD WALK. The Great Ocean Walk is an 8-day hike that takes you from Apollo Bay to the Twelve Apostles, hugging the coastline for ~100 rugged yet wildly beautiful kilometres. You can either do the entire hike (see the Great Ocean Walk website here), or just opt to hike stages of it. The final stage
Windyour way beside the crashing Southern Ocean, twist around hairpin bends hugging limestone cliffs, take pit stops under koala-filled tree canopies, and bask in the sun on secluded beaches on one of Australia’s most spectacular drives: the Great Ocean Road. While the drive is best known for the iconic Twelve Apostles and famousGetready for a seriously indulgent road trip. Discover the hidden wonders of the 12 Apostles Food Artisans Gourmet Trail. Visit the many artisans and producers that call this spectacular stretch of coast their home. Sample amazing food and wine experiences as you explore the seaside and venture inland towards crater country. DBHSY.